BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, TRAVELS & TOURS @ BEDROCK RESIDENCIES
The Business Development Manager, Travels & Tours is responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding the company’s Travel & Tours business through the acquisition of corporate and individual clients. The role focuses on mobilizing corporate travel deals, building strategic partnerships, identifying new market opportunities, and ensuring the successful promotion and sale of travel services. This is a critical leadership position that requires a strong background in hospitality and tourism to drive brand positioning and market entry across corporate, leisure, and group travel segments. The role is based in Ikeja, Lagos State. The manager will develop and execute the end-to-end business strategy for the Travel & Tours vertical in line with group objectives. Responsibilities include generating new business leads through networking, referrals, and partnerships, as well as presenting tailored travel solutions and proposals to potential clients. The role also ensures compliance with airline regulations and statutory bodies like NANTA and IATA, while preparing periodic reports on sales performance and revenue projections for management review.
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Tourism, Aviation Management, or a related field.
MBA or relevant professional certification will be an added advantage.
7–10 years’ experience in business development, sales, or corporate account management within the travel, aviation, hospitality, or related industries.
Proven experience in mobilizing corporate accounts and driving revenue growth.
Strong knowledge of corporate travel services, airline operations, GDS, and partnership management.
Demonstrated ability to identify new market opportunities and develop strategic client relationships.
Excellent negotiation, networking, and client relationship management skills.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
In-depth understanding of airline regulations and compliance with NANTA and IATA.
Proficiency in developing and executing end-to-end business strategies.
Capability to lead market entry and brand positioning initiatives.
Experience in preparing detailed sales performance reports and revenue projections.